Using Herbs to Cook Healthy ¡Por Vida! Meals at Home

One of the strict nutrition standards of a healthy ¡Por Vida! meal is that it is lower in sodium. According to the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, your daily sodium intake should be less than 1500 mg if you are African American, 51 years or older, or if you have hypertension, diabetes, heart failure, or chronic kidney disease. For all others, less than 2300 mg of sodium a day is recommended. That is about a teaspoon of salt a day! You might think a pinch here and there is ok, but it can really add up.

If you are trying to cook a healthy low sodium ¡Por Vida! meal at home, it does not have to lack flavor! There are many ways to spruce up your dish by adding spices and herbs. Here are some combinations that pair really well together.